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Two novels, two wordsmiths. It's such a pleasure to read books written by J. K. Rowling and Tana French. They're both master craftsmen of words, language, and plotting, and I always look forward to their latest works. But while I've read all of French's, The Casual Vacancy, Rowling's first book for adults, was never at … Continue reading The Casual Vacancy and The Keeper
All the books I read in 2026 Absolute Power by David Baldacci Thirteen by Steve Cavanagh The Proving Ground by Michael Connelly Get Real by Donald E. Westlake What's So Funny by Donald E. Westlake Watch Your Back! by Donald E. Westlake I Am Pilgrim by Terry Hayes The Crossroads by C.J. Box The Hot … Continue reading 2026 book roundup
You read the reviews now wear the t-shirt. First, thank you for being here. Whether it's your first visit to my blog or you've read every review, I appreciate you. I started bookthrasher during the summer of 2020 but it wasn't a pandemic whim like making sourdough or doing jigsaw puzzles. No, I've been compelled … Continue reading bookthrasher turns five!
Etsy is cool but a cafe-bookstore combo is still the dream. It's been a while since I mentioned my Etsy book shop. It started with an unique bunch of books I inherited from my dad but since then I've kept my eye out for interesting titles in local thrifts. I love it when someone finds … Continue reading Online bookselling has its charms
A charming storybook that's a coloring book too! Hippo is a children's book by Robert Raphael, and it's guaranteed to engage children and grown-ups alike. It's a delight! The cover is colorful but the pages inside are black and white which makes them perfect for coloring! The lack of color doesn't distract from the pictures … Continue reading Hippo
It takes all kinds (of books) I used to think my brain couldn't handle it, but I've turned into a person who reads multiple books at once. I usually have one or two physical books going, plus a couple on audio as well. The thing is I'm not continually churning through all of them, it … Continue reading Regarding Reading
I think there are two kinds of people in this world: those who stop in their tracks at the words 'vintage books' and those who barely notice them. If you love physical books, especially those with some mileage on them, you may want to check out my Etsy shop! I'm adding more titles all the … Continue reading vintage books
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